One of Robert Altman's most overlooked films.
Tim Roth's brave and energetic portrayal of Van Gogh is my favorite by far on celluloid. I feel like there's some organically bold truth to it.
This movie will be far too slow and character driven for most people's standards, but a...( read more)
Adrian Brine, Hans Kesting, Jean-François Perrier
Robert Altman's biopic delves into the lives of painter Vincent van Gogh (Tim Roth) and his dedicated brother, Theo (Paul Rhys). The story centers on the pair's relationship as gallery owner Theo stru...( read more
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DVD Release Date: August 23, 2005
Stats: 87 reviews
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Flixster Reviews (87)
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April 18, 2009
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September 4, 2006
Once again I am AMAZED at Tim Roth's acting ability. I totally forgot he was an actor in this flick; he was so believable as Vincent Van Gogh that it was almost scary. Paul Rhys was also great as Theo, and you could really feel his love and frustration towards Vincent. It wasn't ...( read more)
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November 8, 2009
Belissimo filme biográfico! mais uma ótima realização de Robert Altman
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July 26, 2009
Frightening expression of the life of Vincent Van Gogh and his brother Theo.
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May 10, 2009
The main interest in this film is in how Altman explores the art world of Van Gogh and in particular the relationship between the two Brothers. The performances are stellar. However, there are much better films about Van Gogh. Namely, Pialat's brilliant biography.
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May 4, 2009
Very well acted and beatifully filmed, this movie is not uplifting! But worth the watch. I didn't know that Vincent killed himself like that. What a way to go!
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March 23, 2009
Very good movie about Van Gogh, my favorit artist. Plus can't go wrong with Tim Roth
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November 21, 2008
A slow and fragmented movie that gets even slower at the end. But it does give a good insight into the life of the artist and his brother; overall very good acting.
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July 13, 2008
an okay movie but extremely confusing to me, and it didnt help that i watched it at like 3 but it was mad by the director of the Godfather so ultimately, i respect it... its gonna need another view from me though
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